Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
Soft, cheesy, and packed with kid-friendly flavor, these Chicken Parmesan Meatballs come together in minutes and bake in under 15. Perfect for toddlers, picky eaters, and busy weeknights and delicious with marinara or your veggie-packed sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or almond flour regular, whole wheat, or oat breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt optional
- 1-2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil optional for moisture
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, mozzarella, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and olive oil.
- Roll the mixture into mini meatballs (about 1-1.5 tablespoons each).
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly golden.
- Serve warm with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Scroll up to see substitution options. Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients used.
If you make this recipe, don’t forget to leave a review and TAG ME in your creations on social media @toddlerdietitiantiff! It means the world to me seeing how you and your littles enjoy my recipes!
Did You Enjoy This Recipe?Let me know how it was or tag me on Instagram @toddlerdietitiantiff